Coconut Rose Ladoo Recipe

Coconut Rose Ladoo is a fragrant and delicious dessert made with coconut and flavored with rose. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for special occasions.

Here’s a simple recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups desiccated coconut (plus extra for rolling)
• 1 cup condensed milk (or adjust as per sweetness preference)
• 1 tablespoon rose syrup (adjust for flavor and color)
• 1 teaspoon rose water (optional, for extra fragrance)
• 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• 1-2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios) for garnish
• Edible rose petals (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Toast the Coconut:
   • Heat a pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of ghee.
   • Add the desiccated coconut and roast it lightly for 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to brown the coconut; you just want it to become aromatic.
2. Mix in Condensed Milk:
   • Lower the heat and add the condensed milk to the pan. Stir continuously to combine the coconut and condensed milk evenly.
   • Cook the mixture for about 5-6 minutes until it thickens and starts to leave the sides of the pan.
3. Add Rose Flavors:
   • Add the rose syrup and rose water (if using). Mix well until the coconut mixture takes on a beautiful pink hue and the rose fragrance is infused.
   • Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes thick enough to roll into balls.
4. Shape the Ladoos:
   • Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
   • Grease your hands with a little ghee, and take small portions of the mixture to roll into round ladoos.
   • Roll the ladoos in extra desiccated coconut to coat them evenly.
5. Garnish:
   • Press a few chopped nuts into each ladoo and garnish with edible rose petals for a decorative touch.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the ladoos once they’ve cooled down completely. You can also refrigerate them for about 10-15 minutes if you prefer them firmer.

Storage:

• These coconut rose ladoos can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

Tips:

• You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less condensed milk.
• If you want a richer flavor, substitute half of the desiccated coconut with freshly grated coconut.